Purpose

The following information has been prepared in accordance with federal and state disability laws. While information and disability laws can
differ from state to state, in most cases the information presented relates to any program throughout the United States providing education
and/or training to individuals who have disabilities.

This information is not designed to address every situation or question; it should not be viewed as legal advice, but a guide of policies and
procedures to assist in ensuring all students with disabilities have equal access and can benefit from adult basic education.

Should questions or concerns arise, further direction should be sought from the Equal Opportunity Commission or legal counsel.

Perspective

Many individuals with disabilities can benefit from adult basic education. In accordance with federal, state and local laws all programs and
services are to be fully accessible. The new and emerging principles of disability policy have fundamentally rejected the old assumptions
and principles. The new model is driven by the foundation that diversity is a positive force in communities and as such, is an intrinsic
and normal part of human experiences. Diversity, in this case, disabilities, should in no way decease an individual's right to fully participate
in all aspects of life. Thus, the emphasis throughout the past decades has been to strengthen communities to provide effective and meaningful
opportunities for all persons, including those who have disabilities.

DISCLAIMER: This informative disability website is provided to Adult Basic Education professionals and students. It is not intended to replace professional medical, psychological, behavioral, legal, or educational counsel. Reference to any specific agency does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation or favoring by PANDA.